Advanced driving and the GDE matrix
Discussion
The current thread regarding speed on smart motorways got me thinking. Given the pack mentality which seems to have gone in all guns blazing at the op I just wondered if it's time the current definition of 'advanced driving' could do with a re-hash? Although I'm sure all here are aware of it, the agreed definition (by IAM, RoSPA, DVSA etc) is;
"Advanced Driving is the ability to control the position and speed of the vehicle safely, systematically and smoothly, using road and traffic conditions to make reasonable progress unobtrusively, with skill and responsibility. This skill requires a positive but courteous attitude and a high standard of driving competence based on concentration, effective all round observation, anticipation and planning. This must be co-ordinated with good handling skills. The vehicle will always be in the right place on the road at the right time, travelling at the right speed with the correct gear engaged and can always be stopped safely in the distance that can be seen to be clear."
Ok, so it does contain the words 'courteous attitude'. But I just think there's lots of emphasis on the lower level competencies and next to bugger all on the more important bits. By the way, it's page 259 of the current edition of Roadcraft for those that didn't stay awake that far into the book. Apologies, for the intrusion, I generally stay away from this section these days, feel free to discus or ignore
"Advanced Driving is the ability to control the position and speed of the vehicle safely, systematically and smoothly, using road and traffic conditions to make reasonable progress unobtrusively, with skill and responsibility. This skill requires a positive but courteous attitude and a high standard of driving competence based on concentration, effective all round observation, anticipation and planning. This must be co-ordinated with good handling skills. The vehicle will always be in the right place on the road at the right time, travelling at the right speed with the correct gear engaged and can always be stopped safely in the distance that can be seen to be clear."
Ok, so it does contain the words 'courteous attitude'. But I just think there's lots of emphasis on the lower level competencies and next to bugger all on the more important bits. By the way, it's page 259 of the current edition of Roadcraft for those that didn't stay awake that far into the book. Apologies, for the intrusion, I generally stay away from this section these days, feel free to discus or ignore
S. Gonzales Esq. said:
All the more reason why Mind Driving should become the standard text...
Have a look at 'Can Drivers Really Teach Themselves' by Ian Edwards, It's aimed at driver trainers at all levels not just learners, I think you might find it interesting
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